CVE-2026-53810

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Code Execution via Malicious Extension Metadata in OpenClaw

Publication date: 2026-06-11

Last updated on: 2026-06-12

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description

OpenClaw before 2026.5.18 contains a code execution vulnerability where marketplace runtime extension metadata can redirect loading toward unscanned package payloads. Attackers with trusted operator access can manipulate extension metadata to load plugin code outside reviewed package entry points, bypassing security scanning.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-06-11

Last Modified

2026-06-12

Generated

2026-07-02

AI Q&A

2026-06-12

EPSS Evaluated

2026-06-30

NVD

CVE-2026-53810

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
openclaw	openclaw	to 2026.5.18 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-829	The product imports, requires, or includes executable functionality (such as a library) from a source that is outside of the intended control sphere.

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Compliance Impact

The provided information does not explicitly address how the CVE-2026-53810 vulnerability affects compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.

Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in OpenClaw versions before 2026.5.18 and involves a code execution flaw. Specifically, the marketplace runtime extension metadata can be manipulated to redirect the loading process toward unscanned package payloads. Attackers who have trusted operator access can exploit this by altering the extension metadata to load plugin code from outside the reviewed and security-scanned package entry points, effectively bypassing security scanning.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability allows attackers with trusted operator access to execute arbitrary code by loading unscanned and potentially malicious plugin code. This can lead to unauthorized code execution within the OpenClaw environment, potentially compromising system integrity, confidentiality, and availability.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate the vulnerability in OpenClaw versions prior to 2026.5.18, you should upgrade to version 2026.5.18 or later where the issue is patched.

Install only trusted plugins.
Keep plugin allowlists explicit.
Maintain narrow channel and tool allowlists.
Avoid sharing Gateways between untrusted users.
Disable the affected marketplace runtime extension metadata feature if it is not necessary.

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